General Studies

The associate of general studies degree provides students the flexibility to create
a customized program of study designed to fulfill a unique career goal which is not
available through any single technical certificate or associate of applied science
degree currently offered at Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus.

Students who earn this degree will take a core of general education course work and
technical coursework (or higher college level course work) recommended by an academic
advisor. The associate of general studies provides a degree path toward the Bachelor
of Professional Studies or another bachelor degree.

Students may utilize multiple disciplinary training options in a variety of technical
fields. Certificate programs currently without a degree option and students who are
taking industry requested specialized courses tailored to employer needs may utilize
this pathway to a degree.

Students who are pursuing a program of study where admission is limited (Cardiovascular
Technology, Cosmetology, Medical Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Paramedic/Emergency
Medical Services, Physical Therapist Assistant, Practical Nursing and Registered Nursing),
will be assigned a major of Associate of General Studies until admitted into their
selected program.